Description
Looking for a quick and easy vegetarian dinner? This creamy gnocchi with spinach and feta is simple healthy and the best weeknight idea! Soft gnocchi tossed in a rich sauce with wilted greens and tangy cheese—easy comfort food made in one pan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb gnocchi
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil gnocchi in salted water until it floats. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sauté garlic for 1 minute.
- Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan and let it melt into the sauce.
- Add spinach and cook until wilted.
- Stir in cooked gnocchi and season with salt and pepper.
- Top with crumbled feta and gently mix before serving.
Notes
- Use frozen spinach if needed—just thaw and squeeze dry.
- Add lemon zest for extra brightness.
- Try goat cheese instead of feta for a creamy variation.
- Leftovers reheat well with a splash of cream or milk.
- Add mushrooms or tomatoes for extra texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired